contents February 2025 • Vol. 96 • No. 2 PLUS 38 2025 OBA Officers and New Board Members Sworn In 42 2024 OBA Leadership Academy Concludes 44 New OBA Member Benefit: Free Smokeball Trust Accounting and Billing Software 46 Applicants for February 2025 Oklahoma Bar Exam THEME: Military & Veterans Editor: Roy Tucker FEATURES 6 Accredited Representatives and the Veterans’ Benefits Claim Process By Doris L. Gruntmeir 12 Defending Those Who Defend America: Military Justice for the Civilian Lawyer By Robert Don Gifford II 20 When Johnny Comes Marching Home: Employment Protection for the Citizen-Soldier By Robert Don Gifford II 26 A Home for the Brave in the Land of the Free: A Discussion About Unique Housing Challenges and Resolutions for Service Members and Veterans By Teressa L. Webster 32 Peace of Mind With Involuntary Commitment for Veterans By Matthew R. Price DEPARTMENTS 4 From the President 52 From the Executive Director 56 Law Practice Tips 60 Board of Governors Actions 62 Oklahoma Bar Foundation News 66 For Your Information 68 Bench & Bar Briefs 70 In Memoriam 75 Editorial Calendar 80 The Back Page ON THE COVER: The Oklahoma Veterans Memorial is located just north of the Oklahoma Judicial Center on Lincoln Boulevard in Oklahoma City. Initially installed in 1986, the memorial was built to honor Oklahoma service members killed in action. Flags were at half-staff to honor 39th U.S. President Jimmy Carter. Photo by Lori Rasmussen. PAGE 38 – 2025 OBA Officers and New Board Members Sworn In
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